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applicant was requesting a bigger outlet. Mr. Deichmann reviewed that the 4-inch outlet is preferred however the applicant requests the right to use a 2-inch outlet and decrease the storage volume. This site is required by code to have a minimum volume of 2-inches multiplied by the hard surface area. He indicated that he could not remember any development along Lorain Road ever being granted a variance to deviate from the minimum volume. Mr. Spalding questioned if what the applicant is requesting could cause problems. Mr. Deichmann suggested that the intent of the ordinance was to enact a stricter requirement then what previously existed to cut down on peak flows the entire length of Lorain Road. Ultimately it would affect the residential area either north or south as the branches go both ways. Mr. Spalding questioned if the applicant could adapt their storm water run off to meet North Olmsted's requirements. Ms. Galvan suggested that several of their engineers felt that they would not need the entire 2-inches multiplied by the hard surface area as far as storage. A 4-inch outlet will allow water to release at a much higher rate then what code requires. The storage size is not an issue it is the allowable release rate. They are required to store 8,200 hundred cubic feet the proposed plans show 4,000 thousand cubic feet which is about half what is required. They can store the 8,200 cubic feet required. The problem is the runoff rate allowed by code is making it difficult to control the amount running off. They would like a variance on the storage and the outflow. We can bump up the size of the storage but, the outflow rate can not be reached. Mr. Deichmann repeated. to the commission that he is not aware of any development along Lorain Road, which has been allowed to reduce the minimum storage volume. The engineering department does not recommend a 2-inch outlet because they clog so easily. He recommends that a 4-inch outlet be used. He understands there may be times that the release rate will increase however that would be off set by a larger storage unit. Ms. Galvan suggested that they do not have the room for more pipes. Mr. Deichmann coinmented that he is not requiring the applicants to store more then what is required. Ms. Galvan suggested that if they are allowed to have 81200 cubic feet and run it through a 4-inch orifice. With the Engineering Department understanding that certain storm events would make them rise above the allowable release rate. Then they would be happy to accommodate the City. W. Spalding motioned to approve ituby Tuesday Inc.; 26770 Lorain Road; 232-26-004, 232-26-003 which consists of demolition of existing building (Elias Big Boy) and the construction of a 5300 square foot restaurant (with liquor sales). With the following recommendations; (1). The applicants are to follow all the recommendations of Architectural Review Board and forester i.e. colors, designs on structure, landscaping. Work with forester to preserve all existing trees. (2). There is to be a right exit only on the east entrance of the site. (3). Retention system; It is recommended to maintain what the code requires for storage of the site. As far as the release rate applicant is to work with City Engineers to satisfy City requirements i.e. 4-inch outlet or whatever engineer department requires. (4). The front south parking is to be ]andbanked which is agreed to and that shields are to be used on the perimeter lights of the site as agreed. The motion was seconded by K. O'Rourke and unanimously approved. Motion Carried. Note: the clerk announced that the Ruby Tuesday proposal would go before the Board of Zoning and Development board on March 13, 2002 at 6:30 p.m. and no further notices would be released. IV. NEW DEVELOPMENTS AND SUBDIVISIONS: - l. Dale & Sheila Schmidt: Rezonina and Redefinition of Zoning for PP# 234-08-001: Proposal consists of two parts: (a). Requests that the property that is identified as 31515 Lorain Road (pp# 234-08-001) (6.6644 acres) be re-zoned from Limited Industry-Industrial Park to Motorist Service District. The location is on the south side of Lorain Road approximately 200 feet east of the Lorain County Line. (b). Requests that the definition of Motorist Service District Zoning (City Ord. 1139.02) be amended and updated to permit various new uses including recreational and sports facilities: retail 5